Yamaha XT600E 2000 User manual

PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER PRINTED IN JAPAN
2000·6–0.1´1(E) !
OWNER’S MANUAL
3WR-28199-2A
XT600E(N)
YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.
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INTRODUCTION
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Yamaha XT600E. This model is the result of Yamaha’s
vast experience in the production of fine sporting, touring, and pacesetting racing machines. It
represents the high degree of craftsmanship and reliability that have made Yamaha a leader in
these fields.
This manual will give you an understanding of the operation, inspection, and basic maintenance
of this motorcycle. If you have any questions concerning the operation or maintenance of your
motorcycle, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION
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Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS
INVOLVED!
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or deathto the
motorcycle operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the motorcycle.
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to
the motorcycle.
A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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NOTE:
NOTE:
8This manual should be considered a permanent part of this motorcycle and should remain
with it even if the motorcycle is subsequently sold.
8Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this
manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there
may be minor discrepancies between your motorcycle and this manual. If you have any ques-
tions concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
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PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS MOTORCYCLE.
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XT600E(N)
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2000 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, June 2000
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 SAFETY INFORMATION
2 DESCRIPTION
3 INSTRUMENT AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS
4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
5 OPERATION AND IMPORTANT RIDING POINTS
6 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND MINOR REPAIR
7 MOTORCYCLE CARE AND STORAGE
8 SPECIFICATIONS
9 CONSUMER INFORMATION
INDEX
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SAFETY INFORMATION
SAFETY INFORMATION...................................................................1-1
Safe riding..........................................................................................1-1
Protective apparel...............................................................................1-3
Modification........................................................................................1-3
Loading and accessories....................................................................1-3
Gasoline and exhaust gas..................................................................1-5
Location of the important labels..........................................................1-7
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MOTORCYCLES ARE SINGLE TRACK VEHICLES. THEIR SAFE USE AND OPERATION ARE
DEPENDENT UPON THE USE OF PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES AS WELL AS THE EXPER-
TISE OF THE OPERATOR. EVERY OPERATOR SHOULD KNOW THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE-
MENTS BEFORE RIDING THIS MOTORCYCLE.
HE OR SHE SHOULD:
1. OBTAIN THOROUGH INSTRUCTIONS FROM A COMPETENT SOURCE ON ALL ASPECTS
OF MOTORCYCLE OPERATION.
2. OBSERVE THE WARNINGS AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS IN THE OWNER’S MAN-
UAL.
3. OBTAIN QUALIFIED TRAINING IN SAFE AND PROPER RIDING TECHNIQUES.
4. OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL SERVICE AS INDICATED BY THE OWNERíS MANUAL
AND/OR WHEN MADE NECESSARY BY MECHANICAL CONDITIONS.
Safe riding
1. Always make pre-operation checks. Careful checks may help prevent an accident.
2. This motorcycle is designed to carry the operator and a passenger.
3. The failure of motorists to detect and recognize motorcycles in traffic is the predominating cause
of automobile/motorcycle accidents. Many accidents have been caused by an automobile driver
who did not see the motorcycle. Making yourself conspicuous appears to be very effective in
reducing the chance of this type of accident.
Therefore:
a. Wear a brightly colored jacket.
b. Use extra caution when approaching and passing through intersections, since intersections
are the most likely places for motorcycle accidents to occur.
c. Ride where other motorists can see you. Avoid riding in another motoristís blind spot.
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4. Many accidents involve inexperienced operators. In fact, many operators who have been
involved in accidents do not even have a current motorcycle license.
a. Make sure that you are qualified and that you only lend your motorcycle to other qualified oper-
ators.
b. Know your skills and limits. Staying within your limits may help you to avoid an accident.
c. We recommend that you practice riding your motorcycle where there is no traffic until you have
become thoroughly familiar with the motorcycle and all of its controls.
5. Many accidents have been caused by error of the motorcycle operator. A typical error made by
the operator is veering wide on a turn due to EXCESSIVE SPEED or undercornering (insufficient
lean angle for the speed).
a. Always obey the speed limit and never travel faster than warranted by road and traffic condi-
tions.
b. Always signal before turning or changing lanes. Make sure that other motorists can see you.
6. The posture of the operator and passenger is important for proper control.
a. The operator should keep both hands on the handlebar and both feet on the operator footrests
during operation to maintain control of the motorcycle.
b. The passenger should always hold onto the operator, the seat strap or grab bar, if equipped,
with both hands and keep both feet on the passenger footrests.
c. Never carry a passenger unless he or she can firmly place both feet on the passenger
footrests.
7. Never ride under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
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